Sherritta
Of uncertain origin, possibly from an American diminutive of Sherri.
Name Census estimates that about 16 living Americans carry the first name Sherritta. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Sherritta today is around 54 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sherritta births was 1974 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sherritta. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Sherritta. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
16
~ 1 in 21,422,146 Americans
Peak year
1974
7 babies that year
Average age
54
years old
1974 SSA rank
#7,547
Tracked since 1963
Popularity
Sherritta: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Sherritta from the 1960s through to the 1970s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 13 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sherritta by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Sherritta during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Sherritta
The name Sherritta is a unique and intriguing one, with origins that can be traced back to ancient civilizations. It is believed to have its roots in the Arabic language, derived from the word "sharra," which means "noble" or "exalted." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were held in high regard or came from a prestigious lineage.
In the early days of Islamic culture, the name Sherritta was often associated with scholars, poets, and other influential figures who made significant contributions to their respective fields. It was a name that carried a sense of respect and admiration.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sherritta can be found in the writings of the renowned poet and philosopher Al-Mutanabbi, who lived in the 10th century CE. He composed a poem dedicated to a woman named Sherritta, praising her beauty and intellect.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Sherritta. In the 12th century, Sherritta bint al-Husayn was a prominent female scholar and jurist in the Islamic world, renowned for her expertise in Islamic law and theology. She was widely respected for her wisdom and knowledge.
During the Renaissance period, Sherritta al-Andalusi was a skilled calligrapher and artist from Andalusia, present-day Spain. Her intricate and beautiful works were highly sought after by patrons and collectors across Europe and the Middle East.
In the 19th century, Sherritta al-Tawhidi was an influential writer and activist from Egypt. She advocated for women's rights and education, using her platform to challenge societal norms and push for progressive reforms.
Another notable figure named Sherritta was a Persian princess who lived in the 16th century. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of poets and artists during her reign, contributing to the cultural flourishing of the Persian Empire.
While the name Sherritta may not be as common today as it once was, it holds a rich history and cultural significance, particularly in the Arabic and Islamic worlds. Its roots in nobility, scholarship, and artistic expression have left an indelible mark on the annals of history.
People
Sherritta + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sherritta as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sherritta: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sherritta?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 16 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sherritta going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 21,422,146 US residents.
Is Sherritta a common name?
We classify Sherritta as "Very Rare". It ranks above 36.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 18 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sherritta most popular?
The single biggest year for Sherritta was 1974, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sherritta is about 54 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Sherritta in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sherritta a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sherritta in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Sherritta still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sherritta in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Sherritta can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Sherritta as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.